SMART CITY

Fourteen days ago, this horse ran a solid race over an extended Happy Valley distance, taking an early lead and finishing third. A subsequent trial over 1800m at Happy Valley saw a less favorable setup with an unfavorable barrier draw, and a slightly weaker finishing kick. The trainer-jockey combination isn’t particularly strong, however this time the horse benefits from a three-pound weight reduction and recorded a competitive time; consider as an outside chance.